Proverbs 18:17

He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:17

BSB
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.
AKJV
He that is first in his own cause seems just; but his neighbor comes and searches him.
CPDV
The just is the first accuser of himself; his friend arrives and shall investigate him.
ERV
He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him out.
NHEB
He who pleads his cause first seems right; until another comes and questions him.
SMT
The first one just in his cause; his neighbor will come and search him.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 18:17

HethatisfirstH7223inhisowncauseH7379Noun MasculineseemethjustH6662AdjectivebuthisneighbourH7453Noun MasculinecomethH935VerbandsearchethH2713Verbhim

Commentary for Proverbs 18:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 18:17
Summary
First account seems truthful until examined.
Event
Testimony examined for accuracy
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom